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Trick or Treat?!

It’s that time of year again: Pumpkin Spice is the flavour of the month in your local café, the supermarket shelves are filled with tempting spider/bat/skeleton snacks, and the nights are getting…

AUKN Staff • 31st October 2024

Book Review

Days with My Stepsister Volume 3 Review

Summer vacation arrives in the world of Days with My Stepsister, but instead of relaxing like other students, Yuuta and Saki instead devote the break to working their part-time jobs. When Yuuta realises Saki is starting to crack under the pressure, will he break his vow not to interfere and help her?

Demelza • 19th October 2024

Manga Review

In Another World, My Sister Stole My Name Volume 1 Review

Protagonist Ichika finds herself transported to a fantasy world, but she's shocked to learn that not only did her sister get here first but she's also stolen Ichika's identity?!

Demelza • 15th October 2024

Book Review

Hell Is Dark with No Flowers Volume 1 Review

22-year-old Seiji Tohno becomes a assistant to the mysterious Shiroshi Saijou, who solves all kind of mysteries for those who come to him for help. But the boundaries between humanity and the supernatural often collide around Shiroshi and nothing is ever quite as it seems...

Demelza • 12th October 2024

Manga Review

Pink & Habanero Volume 1 Review

Pink & Habanero follows heroine Mugi as she tries to navigate her new high school life, dreaming of finding a boyfriend and making friends with everyone in her class. Will her dreams become a reality?

Demelza • 9th October 2024

Manga Review

Spring Storm and Monster Volume 1

Heroine Ranko Haruno's life is turned upside down when her mother remarries and she finds herself with a dangerous delinquent stepbrother, but perhaps she might be able to become friendly with him even if only to protect her mother's newfound happiness.

Demelza • 3rd October 2024

Manga Review

The Magical Girl and the Evil Lieutenant Used to Be Archenemies Omnibus Review

Cocoa Fujiwara's The Magical Girl and the Evil Lieutenant Used to Be Archenemies currently has an anime adaptation airing, but how does the original manga compare?

Demelza • 18th September 2024

Manga Review

Kind of a Wolf Review

Why is Shiroki’s neighbour so noisy at night-time? Oogami is a student – surely he should be studying!

Sarah • 10th September 2024

Book Review

The Contract Between a Specter and a Servant Volume 2 Review

Are you an urban fantasy/horror fan? The Contract Between a Specter and a Servant could be your next favourite read with its subtle but effectively chilling story set in and around a dusty Japanese antique shop…

Sarah • 9th September 2024

Manga Review

She Likes Gays, but Not Me Volume 2 Review

High-schooler Jun has tried to hide his homosexuality by dating classmate Sae. Sae really likes him but when the two are forced to face up to the truth about Jun’s sexuality, a classmate overhears their conversation!

Sarah • 7th September 2024

Book Review

Brunhild the Dragonslayer Review

Brunhild the Dragonslayer tells the story of a girl raised by a dragon who wishes to take revenge on humanity for taking all that she holds dear.

Demelza • 4th September 2024

Manga Review

The Dark History of the Reincarnated Villainess Volumes 8 and 9 Review

Protagonist Iana has decided to stand against Konoha in the race to become a saint in order to save her beloved sister's life. Iana has sided with the other candidate Isaac, whom she doesn't remember creating in her original story, so this could lead to all kinds of problems...

Demelza • 2nd September 2024

Manga Review

Gogogogo-Go-Ghost Volume 1 Review

When struggling Ushiro Akechi has a near-death experience she meets her self-proclaimed guardian spirit, Masako. Together the two decide to take revenge on those who have caused Ushiro misfortune in the form of cursing them! Has her life suddenly taken a turn for the better?

Demelza • 25th August 2024

Manga Review

The Kept Man of the Princess Knight (Manga) Volume 1 Review

Once homeless and destitute, the former adventurer Matthew finds himself being taken in by the former Kingdom of Mactarode’s famous Princess Knight. While she fights in the local dungeon, Matthew spends what little money she gives him on brothels and booze. Yet despite his debauchery, he spends his nights working in the shadows protecting the place they both call home.

Onosume • 21st August 2024

Manga Review

Penguin Highway (Manga) Review

Tomihiko Morimi's Penguin Highway is brought to life in this manga adaptation by Keito Yano, which serves as a new way to enjoy this entertaining story.

Demelza • 20th August 2024

Manga Review

Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included Volumes 4 and 5 Review

These two new volumes of Studio Apartment, Good Lighting, Angel Included see our cast engage in some much earned summer fun, including a hot spring trip and fireworks!

Demelza • 17th August 2024

Manga Review

My Oh My, Atami-kun Volume 1 Review

Atami is so good-looking that all the girls want to date him. The only problem? He prefers guys to girls. Will anyone understand how he really feels?

Sarah • 14th August 2024

Book Review

Amalgam Hound: Criminal Investigation Bureau – Special Investigation Unit Volume 1 Review

Detective Theo Starling is put on the case of chasing down rogue Amalgams (weapons capable of mass destruction) in this new sci-fi crime drama from Yen Press!

Demelza • 13th August 2024

Manga Review

A Terrified Teacher at Ghoul School! Volumes 13 and 14 Review

It's time for Class 2-3 to enjoy their trip to Kyoto, which also used to be the home of Abe no Seimei, Haruaki's ancestor. There is no doubt that something troublesome is about to go down!

Noemi10 • 10th August 2024

Book Review

Days with My Stepsister Volume 2 Review

In Volume 2 of Days with My Stepsister, Saki turns to Yuuta for help after failing her exam. Meanwhile Yuuta finds himself going to the movies with his attractive older co-worker...

Demelza • 8th August 2024